23 April 2023 : Latest Current Affairs 23rd April
Important Current Affairs 23rd April 2023
In this article, we will discuss all the Current Affairs of 23rd April including national, international, banking, finance, sports, awards, and many others. So if you are interested to know about the latest 23rd April 2023 current affairs then read this article till the end.
Current Affairs of 23rd April – National News
1. With 100% EVs in government offices, Uttar Pradesh is on course to become the first state in India.
◉ Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, has unveiled an ambitious plan to encourage the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in the state.
◉ The government has set a goal for this effort to gradually convert all vehicles used by government departments into EVs by 2030.
◉ All government agencies in Uttar Pradesh have been given orders to encourage the use of electric vehicles (EVs) by making nomination-based, no-tender purchases of them.
2. To commemorate the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat, a rupee coin will be issued.
◉ A new Rs. 100 coins will be produced by the Central Government to mark the 100th episode of the radio program Mann Ki Baat with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to a formal announcement from the Ministry of Finance.
◉ According to the announcement, the 100 Rupee coin would only be produced at the Mint and released with permission from the Central Government in honor of the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat.
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Banking
3. SBI plans to issue dollar bonds to raise $500 million.
◉ The largest financial institution in the nation, State Bank of India (SBI), is expected to start talking to investment banks about a potential offering next week, according to the sources.
◉ Depending on the level of investor interest, the offering’s size might be expanded. Banks from Europe, Japan, and the US are anticipated to arrange the offering.
Appointment
4. Rishabh Pant is appointed brand ambassador by Star Sports.
◉ Cricketer Rishabh Pant has been appointed as Star Sports’ newest brand ambassador, which is owned by The Walt Disney Company.
◉ According to the brand, other cricketers including Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer serve as its “Believe Ambassadors.” In 2017, Star Sports reported having just two ambassadors. Virat Kohli, a cricketer, is also a member of this group.
◉ According to the broadcaster, the ambassadors will represent various regions of the nation as well as various IPL Teams. “The ‘Believe Ambassadors’ represent various IPL Teams as well as regions of the nation.
5. Arun Sinha is appointed by the Centre to lead the National Technical Research Organisation.
◉ After much delay, the government has finally confirmed Arun Sinha’s selection as the new Chairman of the National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO). Sinha, a two-year advisor for NTRO, is a member of the Kerala cadre from the 1984 batch.
◉ Since the position of NTRO Chairman had been vacant for the previous three to four months, Sinha’s appointment provides the company with much-needed relief.
◉ With this nomination, the government is also anticipated to speed up the hiring of the heads of the Indian Coast Guard and the Border Security Force, both of which have been vacant for some time.
6. Virat Kohli joins HSBC as a brand influencer.
◉ Virat Kohli, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, has recently been named as the company’s brand ambassador by HSBC India. On April 19, the provider of financial services released a press release confirming the collaboration.
◉ The statement states that the partnership with Kohli will include a multi-media campaign that will highlight the advantages of banking with HSBC. The campaign will showcase the bank’s value offer and show how HSBC can assist clients in achieving their financial objectives.
7. Rohit Sharma, captain of India announced as the brand ambassador for JioCinema
◉ Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian cricket team, has been named as JioCinema’s new brand ambassador.
◉ Rohit will assist the JioCinema team in promoting their digital-first strategy for sports viewing as part of this partnership. By launching a number of initiatives, they will collaborate to increase the fan base for sports assets across the country.
Defence News
8. The IAF’s first female officer to receive the gallantry medal is Wing Commander Deepika Misra.
◉ Being the first female officer in the Air Force to be awarded a heroism medal, Wing Commander Deepika Misra has made history.
◉ She had previously been given the Vayu Seva Medal for valor on Independence Day by the President of India, and she most recently received it at an investiture ceremony in New Delhi from the Air Chief Marshal of the Indian Air Force.
Books and Authors News
9. The autobiography “Crosscourt” by tennis legend Jaidip Mukerjea is released.
◉ A well-known tennis player named Jaidip Mukerjea presented his book titled “Crosscourt” in the presence of notable Indian tennis players like Ramesh Krishnan and Somdev Devvarman.
◉ The book details Mukerjea’s journey and gives readers an inside look into his tennis career. Along with covering numerous facets of his personal life, including his successes, setbacks, relationships, and behind-the-scenes activities, “Crosscourt” is not just about tennis.
Important day
10. On April 22, there is an international Mother Earth Day celebration.
◉ Following a motion put forth by the State of Bolivia and backed by more than 50 member nations, the UN declared April 22nd to be International Mother Earth Day.
◉ The resolution emphasizes the significance of fostering harmony between people, other living things, and the earth while recognizing the Earth and its ecosystems as our home.
◉ The phrase “Mother Earth” is used to highlight the interconnection of people, all living things, and the planet we all call home.
11. World Innovation & Creativity Day 2023: April 21
◉ Every year on April 21, World Creativity and Innovation Day are observed to bring attention to the critical role that creativity and innovation play in human development.
◉ While innovation is the process of using creativity, knowledge, and abilities to improve old ideas or develop new goods, creativity is the application of imagination, thinking, and skills to generate novel ideas. This day is dedicated to encouraging and celebrating creativity and innovation as a means of attaining Sustainable Development Goals.
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